ANKUR MALIK
Gurgaon
Summary
Accomplished Procurement and Packaging Leader with extensive expertise in global sourcing and vendor collaboration, dedicated to delivering innovative and sustainable packaging solutions for the beauty and personal care sector. Demonstrated ability to achieve significant cost efficiencies while optimizing supply chains, contributing directly to organizational growth through strategic procurement initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager, Packaging Development and Procurement
Honasa Consumer Limited
Gurgaon
09.2020 - Current
- Streamlined procurement and packaging processes across eight beauty and personal care brands by implementing PM specification sheets and packaging BOM, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Achieved annual cost savings of ₹3 Cr by driving strategic supplier negotiations, resource optimization, and process improvements.
- Championed sustainable packaging innovations by integrating eco-friendly materials and ensuring compliance with global environmental standards, significantly reducing material waste—ME Body Wash with 75% recycled plastic.
- Managed end-to-end procurement of packaging materials and contract manufacturing across India, China, Taiwan, and South Korea, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality solutions for diverse product categories.
- Critically evaluated vendor offerings to select optimal partners, ensuring cost-effective solutions that align with business goals, and deliver desired results.
- Launched a supplier training program focused on quality standards and sustainability practices, improving compliance rates by 40%.
- Conducted detailed vendor audits to ensure compliance with quality standards, resulting in improved supplier performance, and reduced discrepancies.
- Ensured compliance with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements by managing data submissions and audits with accuracy and timeliness.
Senior Executive-Packaging Development
Pigeon India Private Limited
Gurgaon
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Developed sustainable packaging solutions for baby and mother-care products to meet international eco-friendly standards.
- Optimized distribution process through harmonized packaging, resulting in a 10% reduction in logistics expenses.
Officer, Packaging Development
Sun Pharmaceuticals
Vadodara
10.2017 - 04.2019
- Managed the entire packaging development process for multiple preparations including tablets, capsules, syrups, powders and dermatological items.
- Optimized inventory management for drug packaging materials, ensuring regulatory compliance, and reducing storage costs by 15%.
- Managed Artwork in compliance with regulations for various international markets.
- Facilitated product launches by ensuring successful tech transfer of packaging materials from R&D to production.
Intern, Packaging Development
Hindustan Unilever Ltd
Mumbai
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Managed transportation assessments, guaranteeing safe and efficient delivery of water purifiers.
- Visited factories to supervise line trials for new product developments, ensuring smooth integration.
- Achieved an annual savings of ₹60 lakhs by optimizing the design of shipping materials.
Chemist
Shamli Distillery and Chemicals Pvt Ltd.
Shamli
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Enhanced liquor quality by refining chemical processes and procedures, guaranteeing consistent and high product standards.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining procedures.
- Achieved higher yield efficiency via meticulous optimization and robust experimental approaches.
Education
PGDP - Packaging Engineering
Indian Institute of Packaging
New Delhi, India06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Chemistry
Chaudhary Charan Singh University
Meerut, India06.2014
Skills
- Strategic Procurement and Negotiation
- Sustainable Packaging Development
- Global Sourcing and Supply Chain Management
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Cost Optimization and Process Improvement
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of 7 in the prestigious Honasa Leadership Development Program, contributing to key initiatives and organizational growth.
- Received the Hall of Fame Award for being a key contributor to the Color Care category, which generated ₹100 Cr in revenue within the first year of its launch.
- Awarded the Honasa Hero Award for successfully developing and managing tube vendors during peak season, ensuring seamless operations and meeting demand.
Timeline
Deputy General Manager, Packaging Development and Procurement
Honasa Consumer Limited
09.2020 - Current
Senior Executive-Packaging Development
Pigeon India Private Limited
04.2019 - 08.2020
Officer, Packaging Development
Sun Pharmaceuticals
10.2017 - 04.2019
Intern, Packaging Development
Hindustan Unilever Ltd
01.2017 - 06.2017
Chemist
Shamli Distillery and Chemicals Pvt Ltd.
08.2014 - 04.2015
PGDP - Packaging Engineering
Indian Institute of Packaging
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Chemistry
Chaudhary Charan Singh University
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